Anesthesiology - Chief of Cardiac Division

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Director, Division of Cardiac Anesthesiology 
Montefiore Einstein Department of Anesthesiology 
 
 
Background: 
The Montefiore Einstein Department of Anesthesiology is in search of a full-time, board-certified anesthesiologist to join their leadership team as Division Director of Cardiac Anesthesiology. The Division of Cardiac Anesthesiology works alongside a dedicated surgical service to enhance the care of patients requiring complex cardiac procedures. As part of the Montefiore Einstein Center for Heart and Vascular Care, the service includes valve repairs, valve replacements, heart transplants, and a range of advanced procedures performed in the cardiac catheterization lab. Our cardiac anesthesiologists are consultants in the operating room, conducting intraoperative transesophageal echocardiograms, collaborating with the surgical team, and creating a customized treatment plan for each patient throughout the perioperative period. The Division of Cardiac Anesthesiology is committed to advancing the specialty through innovative academic research and is involved in multiple clinical trials and other studies aimed at improving patient safety and outcomes for patients with cardiac diseases. 
 
Position Summary: 
The successful candidate will be an innovative and collaborative leader whose clinical practice aligns with the goals of the Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery team and provides strong foundational support from the Department of Anesthesiology. The Cardiac Anesthesiology Division Director will innovate plans for clinical and academic growth, while providing oversight of anesthesia services for cardiac procedures across a growing health system. This opportunity allows the individual to develop a collaborative management style, lead a team of cardiac anesthesiologists with advanced training, and educate the next generation of leaders in the subspecialty. 
 
Responsibilities: 
•    Manage the day-to-day clinical operations of Cardiac Anesthesia services across multiple hospitals within Montefiore Medical Center 
•    Ensure the highest level of expertise within the Division of Cardiac Anesthesiology by maintenance of current standards of care through continuing medical education 
•    Interface with Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery leadership to continue efficient surgical workflow 
•    Maintain and continue to improve the evidence-based ERAS protocol for patients undergoing cardiac procedures 
•    Train and supervise CRNAs, residents, and fellows 
•    Participate in team science to support professional and clinical advancement of faculty within the division  
•    Collaborate with leadership in Anesthesia Technical Support to evaluate and maintain equipment and supplies needed for the Cardiac Anesthesia service 
•    Educate other faculty and divisions within the department about advancements in Cardiac Anesthesiology 
•    Create a hiring and onboarding process for new faculty 
•    Support and conduct collaborative research in advancement of Cardiac Anesthesia practices to improve patient safety and outcomes 
•    Support the department’s goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion practices 
 
Qualifications: 
•    MD, DO or foreign equivalent  
•    Board Certified in Anesthesiology  
•    Eligible for New York State Medical License  
•    Demonstration of leadership abilities and excellent communication skills 
•    Reputable ethical standards, strong interpersonal skills, and a member in good standing of their current medical staff 
•    Embody exceptional professionalism and conduct their work in alignment with a commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 
About Montefiore Einstein:  
Montefiore Health System is the academic medical center and University Hospital for the Albert Einstein College of Medicine.  It is nationally recognized for clinical excellence—breaking new ground in research, training the next generation of healthcare leaders, and delivering science-driven, patient-centered care. Montefiore is ranked among the top hospitals nationally and regionally by U.S. News & World Report. For more than 100 years Montefiore has been innovating new treatments, new procedures, and new approaches to patient care, producing stellar outcomes and raising the bar for medical centers in the region and around the world.  Montefiore is committed to serving the residents of the Bronx, one of the most diverse areas in the country. Montefiore welcomes students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds who strive to enhance health in the community and beyond. At the core of our mission is the pursuit of social justice in meeting the healthcare needs of all individuals, including those from underserved communities.  
 
About the Department of Anesthesiology: 
The Montefiore Einstein Department of Anesthesiology is centered on providing comprehensive perioperative care and is recognized nationally and internationally for its faculty’s clinical, educational, and research achievements focused on improving patient outcomes. We foster an inclusive and welcoming work environment that promotes wellness and equity for all department members. This mantra is very much in concert with our "RESPECT" code of conduct, which we created to instill in our leadership and our department. Our mission is to provide comprehensive perioperative care to improve health outcomes for our diverse population of patients. We are a hub for integrated care and collaborate with surgery and medicine to ensure equitable care is provided consistently and effectively. We employ good data-based decisions every day in the OR, the ICU, the Pain clinic, and the procedural suites of medicine to ensure patients receive the treatment that best serves their needs. 
 
Compensation and Benefits: 
In addition to a competitive salary of $465,000-560,000 plus productivity incentives, Montefiore Health System offers excellent pay, an equitable schedule, and great benefits. Montefiore offers 403(b) with employer match and 457 plans; medical, dental, and life insurance; tuition reimbursement; long-term disability insurance; excellent malpractice insurance; paid vacation; and CME reimbursement and meeting time for one week.   
 
How to Apply: 
For immediate and confidential consideration, please send your updated CV to Recruiting Manager John C. Pinto at [email protected] and Vice Chair of Faculty Affairs Dr. Jonathan Leff at [email protected] or call 718.920.2937 for more information.  
 
Montefiore (https://www.montefiore.org) is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 
 
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Montefiore Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.